Final Hours to the Next Year: The Holiday Spread.

When it comes to organizing celebrations, guests usually divide into a couple of rather separate camps: those who adore the process, and the ones that would prefer to do practically another thing. Being organized ahead of time is key, and choosing a few delicious recipes to kick off the evening will delight your guests while you try to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Spicy almond snack

These zesty, flavorful snacks prove to be a perfect match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Delicious starter with blinis

A scrumptious holiday appetizer that can conveniently be adapted to offer with a different spread for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty option to alcohol, but furthermore serve as a wonderful base for a gin-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a special holiday martini, great for sharing or pouring at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping spread – no one will ever suspect how minimal work was involved.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent finale, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are nestled into a dark chocolate filling for a combination that puts any extra of holiday fruit to excellent effect.

Terri Peters
Terri Peters

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